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$1,390+ Cheap flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— RIO
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Rio de Janeiro
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Rio de Janeiro. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Tue 28/719:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop21h 45m
LATAM Airlines
Mon 3/818:05
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops30h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 13/3$2,143
Sun 12/419:10
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop17h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 25/418:05
GIG
-
AKL
1 stop31h 50m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/3$2,278
Mon 9/1120:00
AKL
-
GIG
1 stop18h 00m
LATAM Airlines
Sat 14/1105:00
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops21h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 15/3$2,288
Wed 10/608:20
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops28h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Wed 24/613:40
GIG
-
AKL
1 stop36h 15m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/3$2,295
Wed 10/607:00
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/619:35
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops30h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/3$2,306
Tue 10/1110:10
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops64h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Mon 16/1123:00
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops70h 25m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/3$2,384
Wed 25/1110:10
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops64h 05m
Cathay Pacific
Fri 27/1123:00
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops63h 45m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 15/3$2,386
Tue 28/419:10
AKL
-
GIG
2 stops20h 40m
LATAM Airlines
Tue 5/519:35
GIG
-
AKL
2 stops54h 20m
LATAM Airlines
Deal found 14/3$2,402

Find flight deals to Rio de Janeiro

Find the latest flights to Rio de Janeiro in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 17 March 2026.

Return from

$2,143

One-way from

$1,390

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,546
LATAM Airlines
  • LATAM Airlines
  • 28/7-3/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 45m total
  • Auckland to Rio de Janeiro
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26/4
  • 26/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 10m total
  • Auckland to Rio de Janeiro
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($297 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($79 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 2026
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AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/4

08:55-20:45

3 stops26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Wed 6/5

13:40-16:50

2 stops36h 10m

$2,513
Fastest return journey

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Mon 27/4

19:10-23:55

2 stops19h 45m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Mon 4/5

18:05-14:05

2 stops29h 00m

$2,530

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Fri 24/7

19:10-10:20

1 stop30h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/8

18:35-16:55

2 stops31h 20m

$2,563

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Fri 24/7

08:55-21:05

3 stops27h 10m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 8/8

19:35-16:55

2 stops30h 20m

$2,619

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Fri 1/5

20:40-12:40

2 stops55h 00m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 8/5

18:40-16:55

2 stops31h 15m

$2,657

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Fri 26/6

19:10-17:45

2 stops37h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 17/7

22:15-16:55

2 stops51h 40m

$2,820

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Fri 26/6

08:55-20:45

3 stops26h 50m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Fri 17/7

22:25-16:55

2 stops51h 30m

$3,406

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/4

20:30-16:05

1 stop34h 35m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Tue 5/5

03:30-09:55

1 stop39h 25m

$3,530

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

20:30-15:50

1 stop34h 20m

Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

Sat 13/6

03:05-09:55

1 stop39h 50m

$3,595
Cheapest one-way

AucklandRio de Janeiro

AKL - GIG

AKLGIG

Auckland Intl

Mon 8/6

19:50-06:15

3 stops49h 25m

$1,779

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Rio de Janeiro

How long is the flight to Rio de Janeiro?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Rio de Janeiro takes 25 hours 20 minutes. Flights to Rio de Janeiro from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways.

LATAM Airlines
LATAM Airlines
From $2,045
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $2,320

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Rio de Janeiro are LATAM Airlines and Qantas Airways.

Rainfall in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Rio de Janeiro ranges from 40.0 - 130.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Rio de Janeiro when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Rio de Janeiro by month

Plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Rio de Janeiro, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Rio de Janeiro

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rio de Janeiro. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rio de Janeiro. Reviews last updated 17 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,Qantas Airways, andLATAM Airlines to Brazil have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,005 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
LATAM Airlines
7.4
Good
1,914 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

FAQs about flying to Rio de Janeiro

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Rio de Janeiro if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Rio de Janeiro on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Rio de Janeiro?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, LATAM Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Rio de Janeiro.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro?

    Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Rio de Janeiro. One-way flights to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl typically cost $294, while return flights cost around $212.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Rio de Janeiro depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Rio de Janeiro, Christchurch offers the quickest one-way flight (25 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl?

    Yes. Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Escondidinho Bar, hostel e casa de festas is the closest property to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (1.6 km away from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl).

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